Cupid Valley vs Naeba Ski Resort

Cupid Valley (Niigata Prefecture) and Naeba Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCupid ValleyNaeba Ski Resort
Vertical drop951 ft (290 m)2,963 ft (903 m)
Summit elevation2,365 ft5,856 ft
Base elevation1,414 ft2,894 ft
Lifts314
Runs329
Beginner terrain67%38%
Intermediate terrain33%34%
Expert terrain0%28%
Night skiing--

Naeba Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,963 ft vs 951 ft); Naeba Ski Resort has more runs (29 vs 3); Naeba Ski Resort skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Cupid ValleyIndy Pass: 2 days
Naeba Ski ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

Stay near Cupid Valley

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